FOIA Request to Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.
On September 24, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office by Centennial State News. The request seeks access to all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The requested data includes detailed information such as the arrestee’s name, sex, race, age, date of birth, and citizenship status. Additionally, it requests booking IDs, dates of arrest, booking photos, names of arresting officers, types of crimes committed, locations and dates of crimes.
The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for media professionals who are tasked with holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. It also mentions that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This organization aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
Centennial State News has requested this information in an electronic format and has applied for a fee waiver due to their role as a media outlet. They believe that access to these records will assist in their reporting efforts and contribute to informing the public about local governmental affairs.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
